Farm & Food Safety

Food Safety Resources

hydroponic greens
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Food Safety Modernization Act(opens in new tab)

The FDA’s website on Food Safety Modernization Act

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FAQs about FSMA(opens in new tab)

Frequently asked questions about FSMA from the FDA’s website

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FDA Fact Sheets on FSMA(opens in new tab)

Detailed fact sheets about FSMA: General information and proposed rules

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Rutgers University FSMA Q&As(opens in new tab)

Questions and Answers on the proposed produce safety rules

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Produce Safety Alliance(opens in new tab)

An alliance of FDA, USDA and Cornell University that provides science-based, on-farm food safety knowledge to fresh fruit and vegetable farmers, packers, regulatory personnel and others interested in produce safety.

Animal Safety Resources

farm animals at county fair
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Preventing Disease in Animals in Public Settings(opens in new tab)

Compendium of Measures to Prevent Disease Associated with Animals in Public Settings – Standardized recommendations for animal exhibitors about minimizing health risks

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Stay Healthy at Animals Exhibits(opens in new tab)

Guidance from the Centers for Disease Control for visitors and animal exhibitors

Agritourism

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Extension Training for Agritourism(opens in new tab)

A multi state team developed and delivered an educational program to agricultural educators and service providers working with Northeast farmers interested in agritourism development. The training program is multi-tiered, comprising workshops, webinars, and web-based resources focused on:

  • minimizing farm safety risks;
  • managing liability;
  • mitigating financial risk through enterprise budgeting; and
  • improving marketing strategies.